Ish-Bosheth (Eshbaal or Ishbaal) (jan 1, 1012 BC – jan 1, 1010 BC)
Description:
Ish-Bosheth reigned for 2 years (over the tribes of Israel)Was Ish-Bosheth an evil or righteous king?
The Bible does not specify whether Ish-Bosheth was righteous or evil, but he certainly was incompetent as a king.
Extra Detail:
Ish-Bosheth was placed as king by the army commander, Abner. Due to Ish-Bosheth's incompetent leadership, Abner switched sides and allied himself with David instead.
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Date:
jan 1, 1012 BC
jan 1, 1010 BC
~ 2 years